Said Benjamin of the collection’s preppy vibe, “For an African-American guy to be a prep, that’s a dichotomy. Prep style comes from mostly affluent families who just wear these cool clothes. But when you come from a background that has more struggle, your take on it will be different. There’s a certain kind of rebel to it.” — CC

In the 80s and early 90s there were many blacks who were Ivy, prep, whatever. It went with Ska and while popular in London I saw it in the states as well. Scooters also played a part. How old is Andre and what is it with kids in their 20s claiming to have designed something they simply stole. But to say he stole from Rugby is a real irony considering what Rugby steals.

I saw his line in NY and must admit there’s something to it…but how long it will last in this economy?